My main downfall has been the snacking. It's not always unhealthy, most times it's fruits and cheese but just grazing all day has added up the pounds. I've been watching it more recently, and when I get that urge I get a bottle of water but I'm not sure it's helping. I still feel the need to put something in my mouth.

I have a similar problem so I started snaking on nuts, cheese and whole wheat crackers. I try not to drink my calories so I opt for Decaf Coffee with surgar free creamer and splenda, Diet Cranberry Juice and just Water. This has helped me thru my craving (not really Hungry) moments. Hope this helps

Awesome, thanks!

I'm a grazer too...not so bad right now since I'm just a few weeks post op but after I got my lap band I would keep small bags or bowls of healthy (mostly) snacks in appropriate quantities to eat throughout the day...when my bags were gone I had to quit....if I have the amount set out ahead of time and not just a kitchen full of stuff of a bag full of stuff I do much better.

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if you're going to snack make sure its fruit.

I use Atkins protein bars for snacks. They are high protein, low calorie and low fat. The sugar alcohols in them do cause flatulence, however.

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I find that decaf coffee with Splenda and sugar-free creamer cuts my cravings. Maybe it is the warmth of the coffee as well as the flavor.

Try snacking on something higher in protein. String cheese, meat and cheese rolled up. Usually satisfies you and keeps you full

I just started drinking tea, which has helped me. I went to Teavana and bought their chai tea. I add Splenda to it. It's so yummy. I look forward to it every afternoon.

I have this same problem and have gained roughly 10 lbs as a result. I'm so frustrated and discouraged, but I get hungry!!! So I've upped my protein, threw out the temptations, increased the water, and hit the gym again! Hoping this helps!! Sugar free peppermints help me too. I hope all goes well for you!! We can do this!!!

I have this same problem and have gained roughly 10 lbs as a result. I'm so frustrated and discouraged' date=' but I get hungry!!! So I've upped my protein, threw out the temptations, increased the water, and hit the gym again! Hoping this helps!! Sugar free peppermints help me too. I hope all goes well for you!! We can do this!!! [/quote']

did the doctor says okay to have peppermints?

nevermind peppermint is bad if you have acid reflux.

nevermind peppermint is bad if you have acid reflux.

My dr said its fine, but not to overdo it. I have about 2 per day!

Katie,

Do u have a band?

If so try raw veggies. U have to chew a lot and they really fill u up. Fruits too.

And of course the water. Or u could try the Special K protein water.

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Do u have a band?

If so try raw veggies. U have to chew a lot and they really fill u up. Fruits too.

And of course the water. Or u could try the Special K protein water.[/quote']

No, I had the roux y gastric bypass. My huge thing is just not eating meals because I get full too fast, so I won't eat lunch ill just eat a million small snacks a day lol

I have a similar problem so I started snaking on nuts' date=' cheese and whole wheat crackers. I try not to drink my calories so I opt for Decaf Coffee with surgar free creamer and splenda, Diet Cranberry Juice and just Water. This has helped me thru my craving (not really Hungry) moments. Hope this helps[/quote']

Decaf has cut the cravings for me.